Evonik CorporationArticles & NewsActivesEvonik's Sphinox DefendaDefending the skin on a cellular level, Sphinox Defenda protects the skin from UV-induced DNA damage while also fighting environmental aggressions.ActivesEvonik's TEGO White 50 MBPreservationWeak Points in PreservationBeginning April, Cosmetics & Toiletries is pleased to present an entire series focused on preservation—from benchtop strategies for formulators (described here), to case studies in production and their resolution. Join us as we follow products as they move beyond the benchtop, in order to identify potential weak points in preservation.PreservationFormulator’s guide to safe cosmetic preservation starts nowFormulator’s guide to safe cosmetic preservation starts now – Preserving systems with dermosoft® and Verstatil® product range.Methods/ToolsComparatively Speaking: A Commentary on 'Cleaning'The recent "Comparatively Speaking" column on cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting and sterilizing was well-received and generated a good amount of interest. One appropriate addition, described here, suggests that "cleaning" is more complicated than removing organic matter.Anti-aging/FaceEvonik Removes BHA/BHT Stabilizers for its Rovisome Retinol Moist Pro RevampEvonik has updated its Rovisome Retinol Moist to a “Pro” version, which mimics retinol-like anti-wrinkle effects without any BHA or BHT antioxidant stabilizers.Multimedia ResourcesPreservation[podcast] Weak Points in PreservationWhere, in a formula's lifecycle, is it most vulnerable to microbial contamination? Steve Schnittger, Ph.D., of The Estée Lauder Companies, tackles this in the following podcast. Listen now; it's free.
